Description
Hebridean sand color. Sweet citrus, lime zest and lemon meringue pie open on the nose, followed by toasted oak and a hint of earthy smoke. A medley of tropical fruit enhances the vibrancy of the single malt whisky, balanced with woody spices, smoked honey, toasted bread, and roasted coffee. Viscous in texture, the sumptuously smooth spirit brings vanilla custard, caramel, toffee and a crack of black pepper. Charred oak, cinnamon and a hint of nutmeg provide added depth with pear drops and dried apricot cutting through Octomore’s inimitable peat smoke. An unmistakable maritime quality lands on a finish, with waves of salt spray settling on the palate while peat embers linger.
Whisky Advocate
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The second in the set of three Octomore annual releases, matured in second-fill bourbon and wine barrels and finished in cognac casks. Generous but very balanced aromas of peat smoke, lilac, dried seaweed, sea shells, and grape hard candy. It serves up flavors of peat embers, lemon, chocolate, muted oak, and heat. A spicy, lemony finish also brings more maritime notes and salinity, plus vanilla and earthy oak.
David Fleming
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